5 Bollywood Actors Who Portrayed Characters with Disabilities.

On December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) highlights the challenges faced by people with disabilities and advocates for their empowerment. Bollywood has played an important role in breaking stereotypes by showcasing characters with disabilities who defy the odds. Here are five actors who portrayed characters with disabilities, offering performances full of resilience and strength.

1. Saiyami Kher – Ghoomer

In Ghoomer, Saiyami Kher portrays a paraplegic cricketer who loses her hand in an accident. Her determination to pursue first-class cricket despite her disability sets a powerful example of resilience and courage.

2. Rajkummar Rao – Shrikant

Rajkummar Rao plays Shrikant, a visually impaired man, in Shrikant. His performance challenges societal stereotypes and highlights how disabilities do not limit one’s potential, sparking important discussions about inclusive representation.

3. Anushka Sharma – Zero

In Zero, Anushka Sharma portrays Aafia, a scientist with cerebral palsy. Despite being in a wheelchair, Aafia’s perseverance to achieve her dreams inspires those with disabilities to keep pursuing their goals, no matter the challenges.

4. Rani Mukerji – Hichki

Rani Mukerji shines in Hichki, where she plays a teacher with Tourette’s syndrome. She transforms her condition into a strength, proving that no obstacle is too great to stop one from achieving their goals.

5. Kalki Koechlin – Margarita with a Straw

In Margarita with a Straw, Kalki Koechlin portrays Laila, a young woman with cerebral palsy who lives life to the fullest. Kalki’s authentic performance empowers others with disabilities to embrace their independence and chase their dreams.

Bollywood continues to celebrate resilience through characters with disabilities. These actors inspire audiences by showing that strength and determination can overcome any challenge. On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate their impactful performances and the barriers they help break down in both cinema and society.